Experience dramatic glacier lakes, snow-capped mountains, and beautiful alpine walks on a small-group day trip from Christchurch. After pick-up from your hotel, journey to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, located a 4 hours' drive through spectacular and breathtaking landscapes.
Visit the historic town of Geraldine. Then discover the heart of Mackenzie Country, the captivatingly turquoise Lake Tekapo, the iconic Church of Good Shepherd, and the well-recognized statue of Sheepdog. Travel through Lake Pukaki and admire stunning views of Mt. Cook from a distance.
Enjoy a short scenic hike in the National Park to view the 23.5kms long Tasman Glacier which is the longest glacier in New Zealand before returning to Christchurch.
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Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch
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Highlights
Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook National Park
Take a hike to Discover New Zealand's longest glacier and icebergs
Visit Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and its alpine scenery
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Product details
Enjoy a small-group day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of the stunning turquoise Lake Tekapo, and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier.
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What's included
Bottled water and light snacks
Guided tour (except for walks in Mount Cook National Park)
Pickup and drop-off from selected central Christchurch hotels
Professional guide and commentary
Small-group tour
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Wi-Fi on board
Lunch
Walks in Mount Cook National Park are not guided
Eligibility
Adult: Age 1 to 99
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 06:30, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 06:30 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The tour is fully guided except for the walks in Mount Cook National Park
A small amount of walking is involved
Pickup time may be earlier than the tour start time
You will have approximately 2.5 hours of free time in Mount Cook to savor lunch and enjoy a scenic walk in the national park
This tour is 13 hours plus with pickup and drop-off
Good to know:
A small amount of walking is involved
Pickup time may be earlier than the tour start time
The tour is fully guided except for the walks in Mount Cook National Park
This tour is 13 hours plus with pickup and drop-off
Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
You will have approximately 2.5 hours of free time in Mount Cook to savor lunch and enjoy a scenic walk in the national park
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